CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -Lachit Borphukan became ill after mounting a strong defence against the Mughals, and he died in 1672. He was given the honorific title “Lachit Divas” after his passing, and Assamese and Indians are still motivated by his reputation as a valiant fighter and military tactician.

Detailed explanation-2: -Lachit Borphukan in Assamese culture Over time, Lachit Borphukan’s exploits have become a symbol of resistance against outsiders against all odds. He has become one of the greatest of Assamese heroes, symbolising the valour, courage, and intelligence that defines the Assamese self-identity.